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Tosashimizu, Japan

Kochi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tosashimizu is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 12,388. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,388 Population
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population12,388
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain91.1 in/yr
Sunny Days172/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population12,388
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates32.7840°, 132.9632°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKochi
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation91.1 inches (2,314 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tosashimizu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tosashimizu receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Tosashimizu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tosashimizu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 172 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 91.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tosashimizu has a population of 12,388. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 27.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,388
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tosashimizu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tosashimizu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tosashimizu is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tosashimizu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Tosashimizu, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Tosashimizu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Tosashimizu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 172 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days172 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall91.1 inches
140% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates32.7840°N, 132.9632°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
March 51°F (11°C) 6.3 in
April 60°F (15°C) 9.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 10.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 13.1 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 12.4 in
October 67°F (19°C) 7.8 in
November 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in

Tosashimizu has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 45°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 91.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and January the driest (2.4").

29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tosashimizu

What is the population of Tosashimizu?

Tosashimizu has a population of 12,388 residents and is located in Japan.. The median age of residents is 49.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Tosashimizu expensive to live in?

Tosashimizu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Tosashimizu?

Tosashimizu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Tosashimizu?

The job market in Tosashimizu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Tosashimizu?

29.2% of adults in Tosashimizu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tosashimizu?

The obesity rate in Tosashimizu is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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